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2006 Chrysler Pacifica Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Van 6 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 2005 2007 →

Fuel tank capacity

23.0gal · 87 L

The 2006 Chrysler Pacifica has a fuel tank capacity of 23.0 gallons (87 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 460–483 highway miles or 345 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

23.0 gal · Bigger than 71% of 2006 models we list.

Highway range
460–483 mi
City range
345 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
17 MPG
EPA size class
Sport Utility Vehicle

2006 Chrysler Pacifica fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference

All 6 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
4dr Wagon 3.5L 6cyl 4A · FWD MPG 15 / 21Range 345 / 483 mi 3.5L 6cyl 4A FWD 23.0 gal87 L 15 / 21 345 / 483 mi
4dr Wagon AWD 3.5L 6cyl 4A · AWD MPG 15 / 20Range 345 / 460 mi 3.5L 6cyl 4A AWD 23.0 gal87 L 15 / 20 345 / 460 mi
Limited 4dr Wagon 3.5L 6cyl 4A · FWD MPG 15 / 21Range 345 / 483 mi 3.5L 6cyl 4A FWD 23.0 gal87 L 15 / 21 345 / 483 mi
Limited 4dr Wagon AWD 3.5L 6cyl 4A · AWD MPG 15 / 20Range 345 / 460 mi 3.5L 6cyl 4A AWD 23.0 gal87 L 15 / 20 345 / 460 mi
Touring 4dr Wagon 3.5L 6cyl 4A · FWD MPG 15 / 21Range 345 / 483 mi 3.5L 6cyl 4A FWD 23.0 gal87 L 15 / 21 345 / 483 mi
Touring 4dr Wagon AWD 3.5L 6cyl 4A · AWD MPG 15 / 20Range 345 / 460 mi 3.5L 6cyl 4A AWD 23.0 gal87 L 15 / 20 345 / 460 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 17 MPG, a full 23.0-gallon tank covers about 391 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full23.0483345
3/417.3362259
1/211.5242173
1/45.812186
1/82.96043

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 882 gallons, roughly 38 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 16.9 MPG in the Pacifica (12 drivers), about 389 miles on a full 23.0-gallon tank.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
17 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
523 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica

$98.21 to fill the 23.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
23.0 galRegular$4.27$98.21$73.66

By region, 23.0-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$92.46
Midwest$4.27$98.21
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$85.10
Rocky Mountain$4.46$102.58
West Coast$5.42$124.66
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$135.47

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 23.0-gallon tank$98.21
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,768

Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

Pacifica tank size in other years

The 2006 Pacifica uses the same 23.0 gal tank as every Pacifica since 2004.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2019 Pacifica 19.0 gal 532 mi
2018 Pacifica 19.0 gal 532 mi
2017 Pacifica 19.0 gal 532 mi
2008 Pacifica 23.0 gal 529 mi
2007 Pacifica 23.0 gal 529 mi
2006 Pacifica 23.0 gal 483 mi
2005 Pacifica 23.0 gal 529 mi
2004 Pacifica 23.0 gal 483 mi
Chrysler Pacifica fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options
2004200520062007200820172018201920202021202220232024202520262027
← 2005 Chrysler Pacifica Every Pacifica year 2007 Chrysler Pacifica →

2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs similar 2006 vans

The Pacifica has the largest tank of the two 2006 vans compared here, 23.0 gallons against 19.0 for the Dodge Magnum.

2006 modelTankLongest highway range
Chrysler Pacifica 23.0 gal 483 mi
Dodge Magnum 18.0–19.0 gal 468 mi

Other 2006 vans of a similar size, one model per brand.

2006 Chrysler Pacifica fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica, out of 1 recall in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Power train · Automatic transmission · Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)Nov 9, 2006 · NHTSA 06V432000 · Daimlerchrysler Corporation · 127,928 vehicles

On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump module and the power train control module (PCM) software may allow the engine to stall under certain operating conditions.

Risk and remedy

Risk: This could cause a crash to occur without prior warning.

Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the power train control module. The fuel pump module will also be replaced on vehicles built from august 1, 2004 through september 30, 2004. The recall began on november 21, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica?

The 2006 Chrysler Pacifica holds 23.0 gallons (87 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica gas tank hold?

The 2006 Chrysler Pacifica tank holds 87 liters, or 23.0 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica gas tank?

No. FWD and AWD versions of the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica use the same 23.0 gal tank.

How far can a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica go on a full tank?

About 460–483 miles on the highway and 345 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica go on a quarter tank?

About 121 highway miles or 86 in town from the 23.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 5.8 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 16.9 MPG in the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (12 drivers), which works out to about 389 miles on a full 23.0-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica take?

Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 23.0-gallon tank from empty costs $98.21. It ranges from $85.10 in the Gulf Coast to $135.47 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica?

About 143 pounds for the 23.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica have a bigger gas tank than the Dodge Magnum?

Yes. The 2006 Chrysler Pacifica holds up to 23.0 gallons; the 2006 Dodge Magnum holds up to 19.0.

Has the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2006 Chrysler Pacifica: 06V432000 (power train · automatic transmission · control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (Chrysler fuel system recalls).
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

Does your owner's manual say something different? Let us know and we'll fix it. More on how we check the numbers.

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